Easy Shrimp Pasta Salad
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course, Snacks
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Cuisine
American, International, Canadian, gluten-free
Easy Shrimp Pasta Salad
Description
Easy Shrimp Pasta Salad brings together cooked shrimp and bowtie-shaped pasta coated in a lemon-based dressing. Fresh dill adds a hint of herbal brightness while shredded Parmesan cheese contributes richness and slight nuttiness. The tangy dressing is made by whisking olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, a touch of honey for sweetness, Dijon mustard for slight sharpness, and minced garlic.
The combination results in a salad that is both refreshing and satisfying with contrasting textures: the tender shrimp, al dente pasta, and the crisp bite of fresh dill. The olive oil and lemon dressing keeps the flavors lively but not overwhelming, making it a good choice for serving cold or at room temperature.
Serve this salad as a standalone light lunch or dinner, or use it as a side dish for grilled meats or vegetables. It also works as a potluck contribution when easy-to-serve chilled dishes are desired. The lemon dressing provides enough acidity to balance the creamy notes from the cheese and the sweetness of the shrimp.
Ingredients
For the pasta salad:
- 12 ounces farfalle pasta or your favorite pasta
- 1 pound Shrimp cooked
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup dill fresh
For the lemon dressing:
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup lemon juice from 2 large lemons
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- kosher salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to boil, salt the water generously. Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- While the pasta is cooking, make the dressing. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper. Set aside.
- When the pasta is done cooking, drain and run cold water over the pasta.
- Place pasta in a large bowl and add cooked shrimp, fresh dill, and Parmesan cheese.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss until well coated. Serve.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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